80/20 Rule for Better Bass Lines

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[@sxvxgebeatz]

Hack Music Theory , Hello how are you both ? Hope this finds y’all doing well. I just stumbled upon your channel and instantly subscribed, love the content and positive vibes. 1 Question I’m hoping you can help me with, what’s the best FL Studio stock plugin for creating that great sub bass like you had in this video. Thanks in advanced and stay healthy and Blessed.

[@HackMusicTheory]

@@sxvxgebeatz Hey hey! Hope this finds you and your family all safe and healthy in these challenging times. Thank you sincerely for your kind comment and for subscribing, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community, we really appreciate you being here! Regarding stock plugins. I'm afraid we don't use FL Studio, so we can't help you there. However, hopefully someone in the community who uses FL Studio will see your question here and jump in with an answer! Thanks again for stopping by and connecting, and we hope to see you again soon :)

[@gorkemgulan]

The Phoenix Project not sure about stock plugin but as 3rd party bass station novation would be my suggestion. The original is designed by the guys who made the legendary wasp so its a decent bass house hence the name ✌🏼✌🏼 another good option would be moog: model d, animoog... classic. Wide spectum from glassy to warm. Animoog is madness with isotropic engine and an xy pad with many morphing options and expressive keypad. Comes as an ios app but hope also is a vst.

[@kaustik185]

"the same way you don't add chili peppers to every meal" watch me sprinkle my ice cream, mortals

[@HackMusicTheory]

...hmmm... what flavour of ice cream are you adding these chili peppers to?

[@kaustik185]

@@HackMusicTheory I was joking but I bet it goes great with vanilla and if I wasnt lactose I tolerant I'd try.

[@professorpancakes6545]

Mmm nice!

[@Sensenwerk]

@@HackMusicTheory I am sure dark chocolate would eactually work sometimes. ;)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Lol, KAUSTIK, I was thinking that vanilla might work :) @Sensenwerk Yes, chocolate! Isn't Chili Chocolate already a thing?

[@geoffstockton]

This is definitely a great concept to cover. I also have a sliding ratio concerning notes vs. rests with bass lines depending on the style of song.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey Geoff, thanks so much for stopping by! Hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@ballantynedewolf]

Roots reggae is best example of this - very tactical use of the one.

[@squid-boy4178]

As a Bass player just playing the root actively pains me.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks for watching and connecting, Squid-Boy, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you play? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@DevinJuularValentine]

I actually find it harder to remember just root notes than something FUN to play!

[@Itaketoomanypics]

@@DevinJuularValentine story of my life

[@bassplayinfool]

It's all about that basso continuo

[@rickroche8860]

In my experience, some bass players need their own bass player to support their wandering "improvisations"!!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha, Amen to that Rick! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe :)

[@tanglewife]

Yeah, they're usually the ones that start off as guitarists and go into with this "oh bass only has 4 strings, it's like an easy guitar" attitude, and completely miss the point of the bass. Grinds my gears!

[@denisblack9897]

@@tanglewife lol, that's me)) it definately helps to know how to shred when things go south

[@blackdog6969]

As a metal muso that usually keeps it melodic, this was actually something that I really needed to know. Bass for my writing was usually all roots but I knew it needed some spice. Most of the time it was too much "spice". The whole 80/20 thing makes a lot of sense and I'll try to give an update when I start recording again

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Ryan, great to hear from you again! We hope this finds you well in these difficult times :) It always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians, and this one is especially tasty! We hope to see you around soon for more theory hacks, and until then, take care :)

[@VioletteLani]

This changed the way I write and produce!! Songs with a base using the 80/20 rule are so much more funkier and fun to dance to!! I can't believe I haven't found you guys sooner! Thank you so much for this video, and I just subscribed so I can get many more :)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome! We're thrilled to hear you've unlocked the funky dance vibes in your bass, Violette! A very warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care and have a lovely weekend, Kate :)

[@VioletteLani]

@@HackMusicTheory I write my own music, and so far I would say it sort of fits into the pop rock genre...but I have always thought my base line could be so much cooler...thanks to you guys, I have the solution XD

[@HackMusicTheory]

Cool, thanks for sharing, Violette! We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great week :)

[@VioletteLani]

@@HackMusicTheory You too! If you ever have time, I would love some critique on my music from you guys :) Thank you again :)

[@lordgreenmusicofficial]

I love the comparison of treating the bass as just a frequency vs treating as it's own instrument. I went and changed the bassline to my current project with the 80/20 rule and the low end just came alive, thanks guys 💪🏽🔥

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yes, Lord Green, that's awesome!! Wishing you a happy weekend :)

[@lordgreenmusicofficial]

@@HackMusicTheory you too!

[@aakash9058]

This is the best music theory channel on KZbin. Period. Thank you for your hard work.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awww thank you sincerely, Aakash, that means the absolute world to us! We're so happy that you find our teachings helpful, and we're super grateful to have you here in the Hack Music Theory community! By the way, if you haven't already, please help yourself to our free book, here: hackmusictheory.com/books . Thanks again Aakash, and we hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

[@johnathantidwell7299]

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[@elkabeatz135]

💯 agree

[@denisblack9897]

true story

[@hiramgonzalez8693]

This is one of the best tips I have heard regarding creating bass lines! Great job!

[@HackMusicTheory]

We're pumped enjoyed this one, Hiram! Hope this finds you happy and healthy, and we look forward to hearing from you again soon :)

[@fuquantiegermann3776]

So, I recently started making music again after almost 10 years hiatus and this pops up in my recommended... Needless to say, I welcome it enthusiastically! Finally it won't just be complete randomness that sounds "kinda good" :D Thank you!

[@HackMusicTheory]

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[@Villanotrh]

The most wholesome music theory channel on youtube

[@u-kugroove5079]

This is one of those things I know I need to do, and mostly I accomplish it. But never thought of it in simple 80/20! Nice explanation and example!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey, U-ku Groove, thanks so much for stopping by, we're pumped to hear you enjoyed this one :) Hope this finds you happy and healthy!

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Man I can't tell you how much I enjoy your channel. How can I not love it. Thank you so much

[@HackMusicTheory]

Wow, Jay D, we really love your enthusiasm, thanks for letting us know! Also, a very warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community :) By the way, what kind of music do you make? Take care, and see you again soon for more theory hacks!

[@gregthejones]

Music is the highest form of magic. Thanks for sharing this technique. I needed it as I finish these songs I am working on. The bass lines have been difficult on a few of them.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Greg, great to hear from you again, we're happy to hear this one hit the spot! Thanks big time for being in the Hack Music Theory community, and we wish you all the best finishing your songs!

[@SeeMick1]

Can't argue with a guy who literally has piano keys on his neck

[@HackMusicTheory]

Lol, thanks for stopping by Conor, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@VoyivodaFTW1]

That baseline is spicy af tho 🔥🔥🔥

[@rockereivanivan]

This channel makes me feel challenged to write better bass lines, love it!!!!

[@pavlobudiak6935]

Wow, great job! Your example reminded me how base line is written in “Blinding lights” and there it sounds awesome, and it’s one of the most listened songs.

[@HackMusicTheory]

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You guys are so lovely, please keep this stuff up and wish you every success!!!

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[@tjcolatrella943]

I've played guitar over 50 years and now messing with bass find there's more music theory involved to play it properly, not so much with blues but to play well, bass on songs!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks for stopping by and sharing, TJ, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! We're honoured to be a part of your bass adventure :) Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks.

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[@HackMusicTheory]

Hi Love & Loss, so lovely to see you again!! How's it going? How's your music making? Thanks big time for being a part of the Hack Music Theory community, we really appreciate you!

[@josephnero2548]

I struggled to make basslines lately. I am glad I watched this video; it was helpful!

[@pedromooniz2340]

Best music channel on KZbin. Thank you so much! I guess I’ll be awake the whole night

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hi Pedro, you're too kind, thank you :) Were you up the whole night then?! What kind of music do you make? Thanks big time for watching and connecting, we wish you a great weekend!

[@BNYBeatz_privatBenjaminRoschka]

the part : non harmonic nots ,was super usefull thank you for uploade

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks so much for stopping by, B N Y Beatz, we're happy you found the non-harmonic notes part useful! What kind of music do you make?

[@mrrafsk]

You peeps are like beautiful. I really appreciate your work, how you express theory with apparent simplicity, covering the magic of music, that is infinitely complex. Thank-you, my world is a bigger place now.

[@connorverrall8873]

You guys are awesome, love the spice

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thanks so much Connor, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

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[@HackMusicTheory]

You're extremely kind, my friend. Thanks for your lovely comment, and we're so happy to hear that you're finding our videos helpful. Ray :)

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[@Captainf1nn]

Been learning how to play bass lately, this definitely helps!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, happy to help, Boring Shampoo, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music are you into? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

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[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thanks so much for your kind words, Nathan, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? And did you make some vegan chili?! Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :) Kate

[@JimMonsanto]

What a difference that made! I'm going to really keep this advice in mind in my future compositions! Thank you!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Happy to hear it, Jim, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@JimMonsanto]

@@HackMusicTheory I mainly write for quartet. I play violin and a friend of mine plays cello, so I started noodling with musescore to make little duets. Since I can add more than just us two, I started adding in a second violin and a viola. I always feel like I write the base parts too boring, or flip with my cellist and give her the melody while I play a soft backing--then it's too complex for the softer sound of the cello to shine through. This 80/20 rule really helps make a nice baseline that won't be boring but will let the cello shine, too. Thanks again for the great advice!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome Jim, thanks for sharing! We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great weekend :)

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Aww thanks so much birraña musik, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@hyungtaecf]

Thank you for the tip! I always used the other approaches you taught about bass, the bass lines itself always sound really great, but many times it sounds like the song is without foundation, so 80/20 is the solution! Thank you so much!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Always happy to help, Hyungtae! We really appreciate you being here in the Hack Music Theory community, and we hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

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You guys are brilliant!

[@HackMusicTheory]

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Cool Thanks so much! Excellent explanation!!!

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[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome to hear, thanks so much Tranquilo Guy, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! We're cheering you on in your music making journey, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

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This is the music theory advice that I've been looking for!! Great channel

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yay, happy to hear it, Gonzalo, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@pegasovagante]

Great video from a geat channel! Using the third or the fifth of a chord in the bass, though, does raise the subject of inversions. It’s definitely not a topic that could have been covered in detail in a 7’37” video, but I feel it would have done no harm just to mention it for the record.

[@moerahman6749]

This will help me communicate to my bass player what I’m looking for. Thank you!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, Moe, we're so happy we could help, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music are you guys making? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@moerahman6749]

@@HackMusicTheory Mostly sample-based hip-hop combined with live instruments. I really appreciate your content because your explanations are clear and concise, as others have mentioned. Thanks again!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Cool Moe, thanks for sharing, and for your kind words! We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your music making journey! Have a great week :)

[@oppositelcr]

I just made a dub-like sub bassline using this tactic, it sounds schweet! Thank you so much

[@HackMusicTheory]

Happy to hear it, Opposite Seer! Hope this finds you well, and we wish you a lovely weekend :)

[@oppositelcr]

@@HackMusicTheory You too!

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I always find peace just by listening to you both.You should make a video on how to achieve this kind of peace of mind.Thanks for the fabulous videos.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww, Kostagiannis, what a lovely thing to say, thank you! The answer is simple, years of daily meditation :D How are you doing, are you finding time to make music? Hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@Marxlrose]

So many of your videos are so pertinent it feels like you are creating them specially for me :) Thanks as always M

[@HackMusicTheory]

Oh wait, didn't we tell you that was the case?! 😛 Hope you are staying safe and healthy, and drinking lots of tea and making lots of music! K

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[@HackMusicTheory]

Yo Mr.X thanks big time for stopping by, and a super warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community, we truly value you being here. And wow, that's absolutely awesome that you took my course back in 2017, thank you, I really appreciate that! Hope this finds you well in these challenging times, and we hope to see you back here on the next video, which will be out next week. Until then, thanks again and take care :)

[@MarkFreedmanNY]

Great video. Love how you present this.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks so much Mark, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@MarkFreedmanNY]

@@HackMusicTheory Thanks. I'll be watching all your videos. I've just started making ambient music for my wife's and my new KZbin channel. I've also written 5 pop/rock songs so far. I've never written music before this year, a month or so after I turned 60. But it's been so much fun it's become my new hobby. I actually felt bold enough to post all of it (17 tracks since June) on my SoundCloud page (soundcloud.com/markfreedman). The ambient stuff is mainly made up of looped sections of songs I'll eventually flesh out. I know it's all amateurish so far, but I want to get better at this.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, thanks for sharing, Mark! We really appreciate you being here, and are cheering you on in your exciting music making journey! Have a fantastic week :)

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[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey DELTA, great to hear from you, and thanks big time for your kind words! Hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

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You guys are awesome!!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Harlan, lovely to see you again! We'd love to know what kind of music you make? Thanks big time for being a part of the Hack Music Theory community, we really appreciate you :) Take care!

[@natemarcinek2964]

This is very useful thank you!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Happy to hear it, Nate, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@natemarcinek2964]

@@HackMusicTheory Thank you! I’m a self taught bassist of a little less than a year and I wanted to learn some theory. I am a little interested in doing some improvisational stuff on the bass and this video is a good start!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, Nate, thanks for sharing! We're thrilled you're investigating the language of music (aka. theory)! If you haven't already, may we suggest that you check out our free music theory book, '12 Music Theory Hacks to Learn Scales and Chords'? It's a refresher of the basics and it's a super fast and fun read. You can download from our website: HackMusicTheory.com/Books. All the best with your bass playing and we hope to see you again soon for more bass theory hacks! Have a great weekend :)

[@musicforsoul123]

Great piece of knowledge..... what about top melody should it follow chords or bassline ?

[@chroniclesofalpha]

Absolutely love this!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awww thank you sincerely Alpha, we're so stoked to hear you loved our 80/20 Bass Rule! Thanks big time for being in the Hack Music Theory community, we truly appreciate you! Hope you're staying safe and healthy out there :)

[@dagmawikassahun1020]

I love you both. Keep going 🙏🏽

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww, thank you so much, Dagmawi! We really appreciate your love and support. Hope this finds you well, and we're sending you good vibes 🙏

[@addybtd]

This is great. I never knew it was this simple

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, happy to hear it, Tillo, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@JC20XX]

This is good advice. Thanks.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Happy to hear it JC, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@camilomendez1350]

pure gold guys! Thank's a lot!

[@destonrodriguez]

Honestly thanku for making the bass audible for the mobile and laptop users like me

[@HackMusicTheory]

Great to hear, DESTON, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@zeyy84]

Can you guys do a video on non - diatonic chords in trap and dubstep music? After a year of playing around with music, I noticed in those genres the producers use notes that are outside of the key. I know jazz use altered chords too, but it would be interesting to look at trap or dubstep ish genres

[@kmk4960]

Good Video... You guys do a good job making music theory understandable to "would be, wanna be" musicians like myself!!! Thanks the videos are great!!!!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thanks so much, anthony, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music are you making? Sending you good vibes :)

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keep em coming guys, love your work!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey JP, great to hear from you again! Hope you are happy, healthy and making lots of music! We really appreciate you being in the Hack Music Theory community :) We'll be posting a new lesson next week, so stay tuned!

[@tonysansom]

Love your hacks: simple yet inspiring! Thanks!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aw thanks Tony, that's very kind of you! We're so happy to hear that you find our hacks simple yet inspiring, that's exactly what we're going for! A warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community, we're stoked and grateful to have you here! Hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

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Appreciate seeing you guys back on youtube. I like the podcasts, but seeing it helps me. Plus it is good to see you guys, rather than just your disembodied voices.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thank you sincerely rchrdlxndr, we really appreciate you being here in the Hack Music Theory community! Hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

[@reaktiv1408]

Such an useful tip, thanks for the crystal clear explanation! Stay safe and keep up the good work! Greets from France

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww merci beaucoup ReAKTIV! As always, we really appreciate you being here in the Hack Music Theory community! We hope this finds you safe and healthy in France :)

[@squid-boy4178]

2:50 Bass players be like Where's the issue?

[@HackMusicTheory]

Haha, Squid-Boy, yup lead bassists are a thing, for sure ;)

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Wow. U guys are amazing. Shout out from MADRID🙏🏼

[@HackMusicTheory]

Muchas gracias, Elka Beatz! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

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I just discovered your channel. You guys are great. Subscribed!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey thanks, DJ Flip-U, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@mazb2528]

Thanks again for great tips . . . that's really good stuff! But, during the demo at the end - I did miss the little video in the lower corner of you guys head-bangin'! That always makes me happy! :D

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Maz, really good to see you again, thanks big time for stopping by and connecting. We really appreciate you being here in the Hack Music Theory community! Regarding the playthrough at the end of the video, we felt that it was kinda distracting to have us dancing in the corner of the screen haha, so we took it out. Sorry! Hope this finds you and your family all safe and healthy :)

[@mazb2528]

Not a big deal! I think your stuff is amazing! Maybe just send a link of you two bopping around to a great groove - I'll just link over at the end of every hack! :D just kidding - keep up the amazing!

[@mazb2528]

@@HackMusicTheory AND - STAY HEALTHY! Hope you and yours are doing as phenom as your youtube hacks! Best 2U!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww, thanks Maz :)

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Great video! You seem like very nice folks. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thanks so much Dionicio, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@drey7459]

This is sooooo good in modern days as the basslines usually get pretty boring. Thank you for sharing, you guys are amazing

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww Dezyk, thank you sooooo much for your kind comment, we're so happy you enjoyed the video! Thanks big time for being in the Hack Music Theory community, we appreciate you a lot! Hope you're staying safe and healthy out there :)

[@drey7459]

@@HackMusicTheory You're welcome and well deserved the words as your work out here is more than just decent :) Thank you a lot and make sure to stay healthy yourselves aswell :>

[@MDGamingPH]

Muse - Hysteria, one of the best songs I've heard that has a crazy Bass line but still sounds cohesive. This video helped me a lot, thank you so much!

[@BazzTriton]

You are (really) excellent

[@hitune]

I love you harmonic people

[@HackMusicTheory]

You're too kind, hitune! Sending good vibes and love back at you :)

[@zackwingmusic4014]

Good stuff as always guys. Keep it up.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey thanks Zack, really appreciate you being here! Hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@untitledproductionMI]

I am new to MIDI and wonder where do I find this plug in you use. I really like how simple it is. Thank you for all you do.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Steven my friend, hope this finds you well. There are many DAWs (digital audio workstations) that you can choose from. We use Reaper, which you can download here: reaper.fm It's only $60, and that also gets you lifetime updates, which happen surprisingly often! We're not endorsed by Reaper, we've just been using the DAW for over a decade, and prefer it to other DAWs. Hope that helps, and I hope to see you back here in the comments on our next video. Until then, take care. Ray :)

[@Eonefifty]

Any chance I can get an actual hard copy of the book? Happy to pay for it.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey friend! Thanks for stopping by and connecting, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! Thanks also for your interest in our book, and yes, you can buy the paperback version from Amazon, here: www.amazon.com/dp/1988410045 However, if you're happy to spend a few dollars, you might as well buy the full version (Hack Music Theory, Part 1) instead: www.amazon.com/dp/1988410002 Our free book is a hack-only version (i.e. summary) of Hack Music Theory, Part 1, so if you buy the full version then you'll not only get the hacks but you'll also get all the chapters, which contains they why/how the theory works, as well as creative ideas for using it in your own music. Hope that helps, and thanks again for being here, you are very much appreciated :)

[@Ericbomb]

So funnily enough I'm making procedurally generated music for video games, and this explains perfectly what I should try and do!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Awesome, Eric, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! We're cheering you on in your music making journey, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@treelimbjim]

Hey, great contribution to the music universe. I don't find a readily available way to PM you, so here it goes in public: Its not about the content of this and other vids you present on the KZbin platform, its how they're presented so that the viewer can absorb it. I'm at 3:15 in this video and wanted to back up and pick up something you'd said. Must be different ways each presentation is configured, I didn't have the "back up 10 seconds" button available. Lost my train of thought. Maybe that's the HACK format. You don't get to go back a little bit and clear something up --- your content is rich enough to be worth to do that. Is it when you compose these videos that you have some checkbox to include "back up 10 seconds" navigation or is the Eye of Sauron trying to push us towards its homogeneity? Thank you for covering theory concepts. My role in our little enclave of musical noise makers is to attempt to make sense out of some controlled noise. Par example, today's workout is 20 minutes of bass riffs for stems. Maybe I can modulate or tweak a passing tone. ..... WHAT WAS THAT YOU JUST SAID? Maybe this channel is worth expanded listening to at

[@mariusztokarzewski426]

Great content, can't wait to dig into more of it.

[@0711RC]

LOVE YOUR MAGIC!!! Thank You.

[@cloud9savagehenry]

Very helpful. Noted.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks for watching, Desmond, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@spencerrobinson5386]

Oh snap, super simple solution to a problem I didn't realize I had to honest. I knew to use diatonic and non, but the ratios I find super helpful. I will definitely keep this tip in mind, hope y'all are staying safe!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Spencer my friend, so good to see you again, and I hope this finds you safe and healthy! Really happy to hear you found our 80/20 Bass Rule to be a super simple solution to a problem you didn't realize you had - haha that's awesome!! Thanks big time for stopping by here and connecting, and I'll see you later over in the apprentice network :)

[@artyy00]

Love it!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks for stopping by, Thuxzera, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! What kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@rhlaggarwal258]

Gonna try this one for sure. Thanks ! Happy to subscribe

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Rahul, thank you sincerely for subscribing, we truly appreciate you being in the Hack Music Theory community! Hope this finds you safe and healthy :)

[@0711RC]

Thanks. Love it!

[@bobrobertsNotUrBob]

Thanks, hope you two are happy and safe..blessings all round

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thank you Bob, that's very kind and thoughtful of you! We hope this also finds you safe and happy 😊

[@moxmultiverse4034]

Heyyy you guys are Vegan. Represent! Makes me dig your brand even more. Nice bassline tips too \m/

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hello fellow vegan, woot!! Thanks big time for stopping by and connecting, Mox Multiverse, we really appreciate it! By the way, where are you from, and what kind of music do you make? Take care and hope to see you again soon :)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Many thanks, Mox, for your very kind words and support, we are beyond grateful 🙏 Thanks also for sharing a little about yourself and your music, I love that you're out sharing the power of live music with people on the streets! Do you teach guitar? We always love connecting with other music teachers, big respect! Have a great weekend, Kate :)

[@Sitbon08]

Great teaching and learning. I wished more UTubers would scope and sequence their lessons like this.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Sitbon, thanks so much for your very kind words, we appreciate them big time :) We hope this finds you happy, healthy and making lots of music! On that note, what kind of music do you make?

[@Sitbon08]

Hack Music Theory . I don’t anymore. I got fed up with dealing with technology problems so got rid of all my equipment and went back to the piano. I used to run Cubase Score (90s?) but may try to find a simpler DAW as things have changed so much since then. Let me know if you have any DAW suggestions.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yeah sometimes it's great to totally go back to playing an acoustic instrument, and take a time-out from technology! If or when you feel like returning to the DAW, we use Reaper and love it, cos it's super simple! reaper.fm

[@taunado]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge in a practical and digestible way. Love your free Music Theory ebook - brilliantly simple. Much love from Cape Town :D

[@taunado]

I look forward to the Songwriting and Producing PDF

[@HackMusicTheory]

Aww thanks for your kind words Taun, we're thrilled to hear our teachings are hitting the spot! What kind of music do you make? Hope this finds you safe and healthy :) Is SA still in lockdown?

[@mbunds]

Is the 80/20 rule foundational to any genre?

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hi Mark, and a warm welcome to the Hack Music Theory community! This rule can be used in any genre :) On that note, what kind of music do you make? Take care, and we hope to see you again soon for more theory hacks :)

[@mbunds]

@@HackMusicTheory Thanks for your response! My parents are professional musicians, so over 50 years or so I absorbed a few undisciplined skills, and a host of bad habits. Now, in order to actually learn something, I do not allow myself to touch the instruments until I have completed work assignments in music theory, and my motivation is piqued daily by the new digital recording studio I have finally completed - although I don't get to record anything yet (for fun, outside of composition assignments) until I complete the first theory book, then I can play. My tastes are eclectic, mostly leaning toward ancient classical music, you know, like Beethoven, Strauss, Aerosmith, Bach, Stones, Stravinsky, G&R, Grateful Dead, etc., but my main output is bland commercial backgrounds/donuts, and a few original scores (that were rejected) for low-budget films. I can score very compelling orchestral pieces using DAW software (various) on the PC, which I have been working with for as long as there have been DAW-capable PC's (think Atari ST and Commodore Amiga), but I couldn't conduct a band to save my life. But that's electronic music employing sampling synths, VST, and MIDI. My "hardware" instruments are acoustic and electric guitar, synth guitar, the keyboard (workstation), tenor sax, clarinet (because I wanted a CORNET that Christmas, but somebody misheard me, so not to look ungrateful I acted like I wanted it all my life and learned how to play it, sort of), various marching band bugles, and a violin (just for looks). I can make reasonably musical noises with all of them, except the violin which scares the hell out of the dog for some reason...

[@HackMusicTheory]

Wow, thanks big time for sharing, Mark! Your passion, enthusiasm and love for music really shines through! We're cheering you on in your lifetime journey of music making and playing :) All the best to you, and have a wonderful weekend!

[@mbunds]

@@HackMusicTheory And thanks to you. I'll be studying your content. So tired of playing covers.

[@TheGoodGoodMan]

Thanks!

[@michaelkelly6583]

Absolutely brilliant. You guys are the best!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Michael!! How wonderfully lovely to hear from you! I hope this finds you and Gail happy and healthy. How's this whole thing treating you? Also, how's your music making going these days? K

[@michaelkelly6583]

Hi Kate. We are doing well, and what better thing to do than make music. I’m going to sign up for your course - but with a specific objective in mind. I’ve written a piece with a climatic orchestral part that right now sounds pretty lame. The 80/20 rule was one thing I needed, but there’s much more needed. Most music I write isn’t all that complicated, but this one’s an anthem project. Looking forward to the course. Stay safe you guys. BTW Ray, I’ve started drinking tea. ;-)

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey Michael, we're relieved to hear you're doing well in this potentially challenging time. A big warm welcome to the Apprenticeship, we're thrilled you're inspired to take your climactic anthem to the next level! And you're right, this is the perfect time to dive deeper into music making :) Ray says congrats on the tea drinking and wants to know what kind? All our best, and enjoy the apprenticeship journey, oh and if you feel like it, feel free to share your work in progress in the apprentice network. We'd love to hear what you're up to :)

[@michaelkelly6583]

Hack Music Theory I’m now on board and enjoyed the introduction. As for tea. It’ll be earl grey all the way for the next 17 lessons. This old guy will be taking his time, but I think I can tackle one per day, plus look for applications in my song. My song (Sonny) is already written so I’ve bounced a start version, then will bounce a completed version based on what I learned from the course. Should be fun, and I’m excited. Cheers from Sudbury to Vancouver.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Yum, I love early grey! That'll go perfectly with a lesson a day :) Looking forward to hearing how you get on! K

[@zainabmalekshad1212]

thank you very much you are amazinggggg

[@chillymac1444]

This is the best advice i'v ever gotten

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Chilly Mac, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! We hope to see you around soon for more theory hacks, until then, take care :)

[@youjeezta]

I‘m not that good at making bass, thank you for this video

[@christo-j5507]

It's really a great tip to follow!

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hey hey Christo-J, it always makes us happy to know that our hacks are helping musicians! We hope to see you around for more theory hacks! Until then, happy music making :)

[@HAZARDOUS88]

Thanks so much you two! I love this sound. Hope you're safe and healthy.

[@HackMusicTheory]

As always, it's really good to see you again, HAZARDOUS88. Thanks big time for stopping by and connecting, we appreciate you a LOT!!! Hope this finds you and your family all safe and healthy in these challenging times. Take good care my friend :)

[@HAZARDOUS88]

@@HackMusicTheory Same to you! :D

[@muhammadrezahaghiri]

Hey! Another video from the greatest music teachers of all time. I actually don't spend so much time on writing bass lines, but this hack can help me get much better :) And in a more personal side, although I'm stock at home like most people of the world, I feel a lot better, mostly because I'm pretty much the person I always wanted to be (to be honest, I'm no more a guy, you know? :P).

[@HackMusicTheory]

Muhammadreza my friend, I am sooooo happy to hear that you're feeling better, that's absolutely wonderful news, as Kate and I were really worried about you. We're also happy to hear you're safe and healthy in these challenging times! As always, thanks BIG time for stopping by and connecting, it's always a pleasure catching up with you. Lastly, thank you for your incredibly kind words about our teaching, it means the absolute world to us that you find our videos helpful. Already looking forward to catching up with you next time, Muhammadreza, and until then, look after yourself! Ray :)

[@bisolo8]

Good stuff! Both are great for the arrangement.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Thanks Alexis! What kind of music are you making? Hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@bisolo8]

Trap rap and pop music. Yes, this video was informative and validating.

[@ashaypallav4158]

I have a daw but not music theory but my problem gets solved whenever you guys post a video

[@HackMusicTheory]

Hi Ashay, we're super happy to hear that you're finding our lessons helpful! What kind of music do you make? Thanks for being a part of the Hack Music Theory community, and we hope this finds you happy and healthy :)

[@ashaypallav4158]

@@HackMusicTheory Though i can't play guitar and piano i use piano roll from the daw and make lo-fi, chill, and synth-wave songs and tbh your videos are very helpful.

[@HackMusicTheory]

Amazing!!! So happy to hear that :)